Charging the iPhone 3G when staying in Samoa

Using the USB 30 pin Apple cable with a three pin Type I USB charger to recharge the iPhone 3G with a Samoan power outlet.

Samoan power outlet

Varying different combinations of region codes and sockets can often lead to confusion when planning on visiting a different country, especially to the first time traveller. This page has been specifically written to prevent you having to worry if you'll be able to charge your iPhone 3G when you are visiting Samoa.If you're travelling to Samoa this page contains useful instructions showing you how to charge your iPhone 3G by using their 230 volt 50Hz Type I Samoan power outlet. When travelling to Samoa from another region make sure that the iPhone 3G can accept a 240v supply. If the iPhone 3G was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage such as 120v ensure that the device is dual voltage (marked with a 100-240 volt notation) else you may need to use an additional transformer to prevent the device from being damaged when charging it. If you're planning on taking a trip to a destination like Apia or Vaitele read the Samoa page on Wikipedia.org [1] for further details. These instructions assume that you are running Apple iOS 4 or greater on the iPhone 3G.

Charging the iPhone 3G in Samoa

Can you use the iPhone 3G in Samoa?

Yes, you can connect the iPhone 3G to a Samoan power outlet by using the correct power adaptor.

What is the best power charger for recharging the iPhone 3G in Samoa?

When travelling with more than your iPhone 3G the best travel power adapter for Samoa is a multiple USB adapter which includes swappable plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger.

As these chargers are supplied with interchangeable plugs and can handle 100 to 240 volts it makes them ideal for over 100 countries around the world simply by changing the included plugs. If your iPhone 3G is compatible with Fast Charge (not all USB devices can) then you'll benefit from much quicker charging times by using one of these travel adapters plus additional compatibility with certain power demanding devices like tablets.

Having a 4 port adapter will also allow you to power more than one device at the same time without needing to buy seperate travel adapters for your trip. Because you are only bringing a single lightweight USB travel charger will keep the weight and size down, making it ideal to store in hand luggage. Because of their space saving flexibility these types of chargers can be used back at home so when you’re not travelling they can be used under your bedside table charging multiple phones, tablets and e-readers without using up an additional plug socket.

We suggest searching for this type of flexible power adapter at an electronics retailer. The travel adapter illustrated is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested with multiple USB devices in numerous different countries around the world.

Alternative travel adapter for Samoa

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from any country who only have USB devices such as the iPhone 3G, however for visitors also wanting to use their domestic plugs the following power converters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power converters offer surge protection which can be useful for travellers to counties with unreliable or unstable power grids to prevent damage to any connected devices from voltage spikes. These travel adapters come with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs covering both Samoa and over 150 countries around the world:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK international travel converter has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the best selling compact power adapter for travellers originating from America going to Samoa using type B plug sockets.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Likewise having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the travel adapter from Orico is also aimed at travellers originating from the US using type B plugs. This is a much cheaper alternative to the BESTEK with only 1 less AC outlet for almost half price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has 2 AC outlets but offers 5 USB charging ports. This versatile power strip is compatible with both American plugs and popular plug types A, D,E/F, G, H, I, L and N making it suitable for most travellers from around the world visiting Samoa. [6] [AD]
What is the best power charger for recharging the iPhone 3G in Samoa?

How to use a Type J power charger for recharging your iPhone 3G from a Samoan power outlet

A guide on how to charge the iPhone 3G from a Samoan power outlet using the Apple USB 30-pin connector and a Type I USB adapter.

  1. In order to charge the iPhone 3G using the Samoan power outlet you'll need a Type I USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable [5], usually included with the iPhone 3G.
  2. First plug in the Type I USB power plug adapter in the power supply. You can recognise this power outlet by the three thin slots in an upside-down triangular pattern with the top pair of slots sloping upwards for the live, neutral and earth.
  3. Then connect one end of the Apple cord into the bottom of the USB mains charger and the other end into the dock connector on the iPhone 3G. The iPhone 3G dock connector can be found at bottom of the iPhone 3G.
  4. Turn on the Samoan power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which appears in the top right hand corner of your cell will display a charge icon to indicate that the phone is charging and takes around 1 to 4 hours to completely recharge. [AD]
How to use a Type J power charger for recharging your iPhone 3G from a Samoan power outlet

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Samoa page on Wikipedia.org
  2. Apple - official iPhone 3G user guide
  3. iec.ch - Type I power outlet
  4. Type I USB power plug adapter - Type I USB chargers use three short flat blades in a V format with the top blade acting as a grounding pin.
  5. USB to Apple 30 pin cable - This connects compatible iPhones, iPods and iPads to a USB port for charging, syncing and playing music.
  6. 4 Port USB Wall Charger - A 4-port USB wall charger is an electrical device that provides simultaneous charging for up to four USB-compatible devices. It often includes interchangeable international plug adapters for global use..